Exercising After Hair Transplant
We all know that exercise should be part of a healthy lifestyle. And a lot of hair transplant patients ask when is the best time to go back to exercising after a hair transplant. It is very important to take care of your new hair in the first few weeks after the hair transplant operation. This applies to all hair transplantation methods. It is best to make sure that you are fully recovered before you return to going to the gym or doing any strenuous exercise.
Why is it not recommended to exercise heavily after hair transplantation?
If post-operative instructions are not followed after a hair transplant, the time and money invested can be wasted. One of those instructions is to avoid the gym for at least a few weeks after the operation. In addition to that, good nutrition and good rest is also important for fast recovery. Taking some time off the gym will give your body the chance to recover quickly and well. So It is very important that you do not return to intense exercise after a hair transplant too soon.
When can you do sports after hair transplantation?
It is recommended to rest for at least 4-5 days after the hair transplant operation to ensure proper healing. During this time patients should also avoid sweating and direct sunlight.
After the first 5 days of rest, light exercise like walking can resume, provided that the transplanted area is safe from any contact. Sweating for the first week causes scalp irritation. Therefore, high-paced cardio exercises should not be performed to ensure optimal recovery.
About 10-14 days after the hair transplant operation, your skin will be healed. At this time, you can start a little more strenuous exercise after a hair transplant operation. As you continue your workouts, you can begin at a lighter pace than you are used to. You can start and gradually increase your pace over time. Before engaging in any strenuous activity, such as lifting weights or doing push-ups, check with your clinic to make sure your scalp is healing properly.
After 4 weeks, if the scalp is completely healed, strenuous and strenuous activities such as cardio exercises, swimming, weight lifting, and team or contact sports can resume..
Waiting patiently is part of the recovery process after hair transplantation.